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Yasu

undifferentiated Japanese kana unisex given name (やす)

Usage languagesJapanese

Meaning and history

Yasu is a Japanese unisex name and a short form of longer names containing the element yasu. Its meaning depends on the kanji, with common characters conveying “peace,” “calm,” “health,” or “honesty.” Japanese musician Yasu and baseball player Yasu Furukawa are notable bearers.